Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island from $243

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — HTI
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Hamilton Island are usually found in May or February, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Hamilton Island (HTI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$282

One-way from

$243

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$395

Good round-trip deal

$270 or less

Good one-way deal

$170 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/4-5/4
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Hamilton Island
Search Deals
7/4
  • 7/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Hamilton Island
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island.
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Hamilton Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Tue 1/408:10MEL - HTI
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 5/410:45HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$282
Sun 1/608:10MEL - HTI
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/614:05HTI - MEL
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$351
Thu 24/707:30MEL - HTI
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
Mon 28/714:50HTI - MEL
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/2$411
Tue 1/406:50MEL - HTI
2 stops8h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 5/411:55HTI - MEL
2 stops8h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,041
Tue 1/418:25MEL - HTI
2 stops20h 30mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/414:35HTI - MEL
3 stops20h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/2$1,983

Find flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Hamilton Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Tue 1/4

08:10-10:05

Nonstop2h 55m

Hamilton Island

Sat 5/4

10:45-14:45

Nonstop3h 00m

$282

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

08:10-11:05

Nonstop2h 55m

Hamilton Island

Sun 8/6

14:05-20:20

1 stop6h 15m

$351

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Thu 24/7

07:30-10:40

Nonstop3h 10m

Hamilton Island

Mon 28/7

14:50-20:05

1 stop5h 15m

$411

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Tue 1/4

06:50-13:55

2 stops8h 05m

Hamilton Island

Sat 5/4

11:55-21:20

2 stops8h 25m

$1,041

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Tue 1/4

18:25-13:55

2 stops20h 30m

Hamilton Island

Sat 5/4

14:35-11:50

3 stops20h 15m

$1,983

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Mon 7/4

09:30-14:40

1 stop5h 10m

$243

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 20/2

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hamilton Island from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island (average of $201). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island in September is currently the most expensive (average of $277). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to HTI?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Hamilton Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 64% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Hamilton Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hamilton Island. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Hamilton Island. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
813 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
444 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Hamilton Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Hamilton Island from Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Hamilton Island from Melbourne, you will be flying to Hamilton Island, which is the city’s only airport. Hamilton Island (HTI) is located 1.0 km from the centre of Hamilton Island. There is 1 flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $282 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, starting at $411 and $1,041 round-trip. Users have found that Jetstar is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

    Before booking your flight to Hamilton Island from Melbourne Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (100%), Etihad Airways (100%), Virgin Australia( 100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $124. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Hamilton Island) can be booked for $254 on average our data indicates $282 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

    Most of the time, Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island flights that have stopovers will stop in Sydney.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Sydney?

    Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and State Theatre are the most popular attractions in Sydney if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and State Theatre can be visited by traveling about 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.2 km respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can rent a car at Sydney Kingsford Smith for an average daily rate of $50 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island flights?

    Of the flights from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Brisbane.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Hamilton Island flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Hamilton Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island (average of $201). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Hamilton Island in September is currently the most expensive (average of $277). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Melbourne Airport?

Book flights to Melbourne Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Daydream Island

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Fly from Melbourne to Hamilton Island on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Melbourne to Hamilton Island. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island
Jetstar flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island
Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Hamilton Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$171Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Jetstar flights
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$301Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$499Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Qantas Airways flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

Cheapflights helps you search for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island via 900+ travel sites so you don’t have to. After performing a flight search, users can also filter their flight selection by filtering for price, number of stops, airlines, and so on.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Melbourne to Hamilton Island?

By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to Hamilton Island from Melbourne.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island with no change fees?

Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Melbourne to Hamilton Island become cheaper?

Yes, and it’s super simple to set up. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide a valid email address to enable Price Alerts. That’s it!

100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.